Television: Digital Broadcasting

(asked on 14th September 2026) - View Source

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what public information activity is expected ahead of a Digital Terrestrial Television switch-off decision.


Answered by
Ian Murray Portrait
Ian Murray
Minister of State (Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport)
This question was answered on 15th October 2026

Our core principle is that no one should be left behind. Any future transition would only proceed with the right safeguards, infrastructure and support in place, particularly for older people, people with disabilities, low-income households, rural communities and those with lower digital confidence. The Government expects industry, broadcasters, telecoms providers and consumer groups to work together to deliver a comprehensive support package to help audiences transition smoothly and confidently. The Media Green Paper, published in June, is designed to test the evidence and understand where support may be needed. We are currently analysing the results of the consultation, and will set the next steps in due course.

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